EagleEye0 Posted September 4, 2005 Report Posted September 4, 2005 Kasmir-Led Zepplin Album: Physicla Graffiti (Disc One) Year: 1975 Kashmir, wedged between Northen India and Northeastern Pakistan, is region of unending hostility. Also, this is where the fabric, kashmir, is hand woven.
Earth-Angel Posted September 4, 2005 Report Posted September 4, 2005 Why did Zep write a song about it then?
Pharoah Posted September 5, 2005 Report Posted September 5, 2005 I like ur' avatar, EarthAngel Isn't Kashmir a style of clothing?
Kevin Posted September 5, 2005 Report Posted September 5, 2005 (edited) Why did Zep write a song about it then? Though in reality it is involved in border disputes , Kashmir is reportedly one of the loveliest areas of India/Pakistan . It is reputedly the home of the legendary Shangri-la , an exotic and ' heavenly' locale , and knowing Plant's fondness for legend and mythos is likely the reason for the reference. Edited September 5, 2005 by Guest corrections
Earth-Angel Posted September 5, 2005 Report Posted September 5, 2005 Thank you Kevin Alot more informative than just posting a map and saying where it is. We want to know about the song that goes with the image!
Jenny Posted September 8, 2005 Report Posted September 8, 2005 Isn't Kashmir a style of clothing? Cashmere is a type of wool that comes from the Kashmir goat. I know it has nothing to do with the song, but what the hell, thought I'd throw that in
Earth-Angel Posted September 8, 2005 Report Posted September 8, 2005 I like ur' avatar, EarthAngel Thank you, Pharoah Cashmere is lovely and warm...I have socks and a cardigan made from cashmere and it is the softest, warmest material ever!
Pharoah Posted September 8, 2005 Report Posted September 8, 2005 (edited) I didn't know how to spell Cashmere But I suppose Kashmir could be it. Maybe Led Zeppelin just enjoy wearin' Cashmere? The song reminds me of the James Bond 007 theme Edited September 8, 2005 by Guest To Edit Or Not To Edit, That Is The Question.
Levis Posted September 30, 2005 Report Posted September 30, 2005 Two views of Dal Lake in Kashmir. Kashmir is a beautiful place. Something along the lines of "Paradise on Earth". It's known for it's beauty as well as the flowers, fruits and wool which is of the highest quality. The term 'cashmere' came about because that was how the British used to pronounce 'Kashmir' and over time the spelling moulded to the pronunciation. The actual pronunciation is "kush-meer" not "cash-mere" ('kush' pronounced like 'hush'). Kashmir has been the bone of contention between India and Pakistan ever since the Partition in 1947 in which the two countries were formed. When the king was asked whether he wanted to be a part of India or Pakistan or become independent, he opted for independence. However Pakistan tried to forcefully make Kashmir a part of their territory. Since it wasn't big enough to defend itself, the king asked India for protection, which he was offered under the condition that the state become a part of India. But a majority of the Kashmiri population is Muslim so Pakistan believed and still believes that it should belong to them since it is Islamic. It's heart-breaking to see the devastation taking place in one of the most beautiful regions of the globe. A small part of Kashmir is now occupied by Pakistan. Peace talks between the two countries continue, with small sparks of progress and that glimmer of hope that one day all will be resolved. Ironic really, how two countries are destroying such pristine serenity so that they can claim it as their own
edna Posted September 30, 2005 Report Posted September 30, 2005 Wow, Radhi, you´re amazing!! Well, you´re from India...
Levis Posted October 1, 2005 Report Posted October 1, 2005 Well, you´re from India... Being Kashmiri helps too
Earth-Angel Posted October 1, 2005 Report Posted October 1, 2005 I bet you wouldn't make a nice sweater though, or a pair of socks
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